Ramon Chua Leads Oriental Tin Can with his Father's Legacy of Quality and Innovation

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Oriental Tin Can (OTC) President Ramon Chua leads the company as a trailblazer in the metal packaging and quality tin cans in the Philippines. With emphasis on innovation and quality, OTC, the company his father Chua Tee started in the 1940s has become a household name in the industry, and currently supplies a majority of the country’s food canneries in Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.

The success of OTC can be attributed to Tee’s philosophy that “quality no matter what product you make will be the key to success.” He passed on this guiding principle to his son Engineer Ramon L. Chua who now helms the business to the grandson Engineer Felimon Dexter N. Chua.

Engr. Chua expanded the capabilities of the company by moving Oriental Tin Can from 3rd Avenue Grace Park, Caloocan City to a much bigger area that would house all its production lines in 1954.

With Engr. Chua's technical knowhow and vision, OTC became the first company in the Philippines to have its own Coil Cutting Lines, and soon developed innovations such as Computerized Numerical Control (CNC) machinery to engineer its 2-piece cans – a feat which gained the company multiple international awards.

Not one to rest on his laurels, Engr. Chua together with his  son Felimon Dexter N. Chua are constantly innovating. OTC will soon have its own Easy-Open Can Lids (EZO). 'Its quality and innovation or nothing. This differentiates Oriental Tin Can from competitors,'' Engr. Chua stated.

Assurance of Quality 

Chua expounded that the number one consideration is quality control. The Filipino company aspires to become globally competitive by offering products that are internationally recognized for their quality and excellence. OTC operated with international standards, codes of practices, and complies with relevant requirements of law to assure their clients of world-class products.

Its flagship product, the 2-pc tin offers distinct advantages. The first is a pre-fabrication consultation that involves the client into the design process. Cans are not made as is, but are adjusted to suit the needs and goals of the client.

Clients are also assured of the high-standard manufacturing process, high quality raw materials and top caliber people that are involved. OTC uses only top-of-the-line machinery across four strategically-placed plants. This nation-wide presence makes it much more convenient for customers to receive their products.

OTC will continue to grow as Engr. Chua passes on the legacy to his son Felimon Dexter N. Chua, underscoring their family's standards of exceptional quality and innovation in business.

Joshua Garcia Goes ‘Todo-Drama’ In New ‘Todo-Saya’ with "Todo Sarap" Jolly Hotdog

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Young actor Joshua Garcia now feels super happy, "todo saya" to a new advertisement of Jollibee where he plays in.  

When it comes to scenes of pure drama—complete with heart-wrenching tears—we can always rely on Joshua to deliver.

In his latest ad for Cheesy Classic Jolly Hotdog, the young Kapamilya actor shows off his acting chops and proves that he is truly a capable performer to watch out for.

The scene starts out with familiar elements: a dark, rainy night. A group of friends. And Jollibee’s Cheesy Classic Jolly Hotdog delivered right at home. Just when the group is about to dig in, a door opens to reveal Joshua, who rightfully feels betrayed that his friends have started to eat without him.

Right on cue, dramatic background music begins to play—and the actor unleashes the full force of his acting prowess. He seamlessly goes through a melodramatic line and even sheds a couple of tears. His friends come over to console him, but Joshua shakes them off and eventually breaks character to reveal that he was just joking around.

“Todo-drama talaga ang ginawa ko sa eksena,” Joshua shared. “’Yung performance na ibinigay ko doon ay parang sa mga drama movies na napanood na nating lahat, kaya todo enjoy talaga!”

Todo Toppings, Todo Sarap

Joshua’s reaction in the ad when his friends enjoyed their Cheesy Classic Jolly Hotdog without him is perfectly understandable. On the other hand, the friends who just can’t wait to eat are relatable, too—after all, who can resist the todo toppings, todo sarap deliciousness of Cheesy Classic Jolly Hotdog?

In this latest Jollibee campaign, Joshua knows that he is not the only one going all the way to todo. “Bawat kagat talaga ng Cheesy Classic Jolly Hotdog, alam mong todo lahat, lalo sa toppings! Todo sarap, todo enjoy kasama ang buong barkada!”

Bite into the Todo Toppings, Todo Sarap goodness of the Cheesy Classic Jolly Hotdog today! Prices start at P50.00* (solo) and available in all Jollibee stores nationwide for dine-in, take-out, delivery, and drive-thru transactions.

* Prices may vary across different locations

Robin Padilla plays at the Bato The Movie, the biopic that sets the pace for action movies

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Action star Robin Padilla as former PNP chief Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa in biopic dubbed as Bato,  The Movie" that sets the pace for action flicks for this year 2019.

Directed by award-winning director Adolf Alix, Jr., "Bato The Movie",  joining the cast are Beauty Gonzalez, who plays as the character of dela Rosa's wife. Also stars lvin Anson, Archie Alemania, Chanel Morales, Efren Reyes, Gardo Verzosa, Gina Alajar, Jess Mendoza, Joko Diaz, Jun Hidalgo, Kiko Estrada, Kiko Matos, Manuel Chua, Marx Topacio, Menggie Cobarrubias, Mon Confiado, Polo Ravales, and Ricky Davao in the movie.

This early, netizens are all abuzz about the forthcoming bioflick of Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa.

After all, it was during his term when the government's war on drugs escalated to unprecedented heights, leading to the long-awaited crackdown on the rampant menace that has long plagued Philippine society for several decades now. 

But what lies beneath the façade of the crime-busting enigma? Where does he draw the line

between being an officer and a gentleman?

To his enemies-hard-nosed criminals, drug lords, erring police offers, etc.  -  he is the tough relentless and uncompromising iron hand who is willing to uphold the law at all costs.

But to his friends and family, he can be the sweet and lovable father figure whose flerce loyalty is aptly complemented by his comic demeanor and good-natured humor, as evinced by some of his candid media interviews.

From the outset, compressing Bato's life story to a mere couple of hours seems like a daunting task. For sure, his heroic exploits as police officer leading to his pivotal role in the controversial anti-drug war will be the movie's full focus.

Given Bato's toughie character, it comes as no surprise how the country's top action icon Robin Padilla has been tapped to play the title role. With his menacing stare and hard-hitting action stunts, Robin fits the role to a T.

BATO also marks the debut of ALV Films in the local movie industry.

No stranger in the local movie industry, Vegafria has long been involved in the creative and production processes of many local film outfits, particularly Regal Films, whose top executives Mother Lily Monteverde and daughter Roselle are close friends and professional colleagues, as well as Star Cinema and GMA Films.

With our recent ventures in the pageant world (Miss World and Mr. World), sports (Manny Pacquiao and URCC), I felt that it was time to go back to more creative pursuits," Vegafria shares.

"The local movie industry is definitely on an upswing, and what better way to keep it alive than by being at the forefront and being directly involved with the art form from concept to finished product. I have always been, and i will always be a movie fan. And with this new venture of ours, I am very sure that this love and passion for the art form will translate to noteworthy projects," he adds.

Through the years, Vegafria has had the privilege of working closely with some of the prime movers in the movie industry-producers, directors, cinematographers, musical scorers, and of course, the actors and actresses themselves, some of whom have garnered acclaim in international film festivals.

His past experiences as juror at the annual Soho International Film Festival in New York has also opened his eyes to the diverse talent and wealth of opportunities in the global film industry.

He points out, "Of course, we want to help the local film industry first, but it's never too ambitious to aim for global competence. And I believe that with the world-class talent of our local writers, directors, actors in the industry, it's only a matter of time before we become a formidable force in the global movie industry as well."

Produced by ALV Films and Benchingko Films, and distributed by Regal Entertainment Inc.,, 

BATO opens in local cinemas on January 30.

Shell Rimula Christmas raffle winners named

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The holiday season is over but the gifts continue to flow as Shell Rimula announces the winners of its "Tatag, Sipag, at Lakas" Christmas raffle promo. 

Pateros-Guadalupe Jeepney Terminal - Promo Draw venue for NCR Cluster.

The grand draw was held last December 14 in selected jeepney terminals across the NCR, CAR, Regions I, II, III, and IV. Promo participants joined the raffle by buying Shell Rimula products R1, R2, R3, or R4, putting the products' caps inside special envelopes and dropping them in sealed boxes found in partner stores in designated regions. 

A total of 99 winners from three geographical clusters were drawn in the raffle. The three clusters are the NCR; the Region 1 cluster, which includes Regions 1, 2, 3, and CAR; and the Region 4 cluster, which includes Regions 4A and 4B.

Tarlac Common Terminal - Winners of our stage game "Para-Larga Relay" - Promo Draw venue for Region 1 Cluster.

In each cluster, three winners will receive a cash capital worth P20,000 (plus P10,000 for their partner stores), 20 winners will get a year's supply of Shell Rimula RX4 worth P5,000, five winners will get mobile phones with load wallet worth P1,000, and five winners will get groceries worth P2,500.

The major winners of a cash capital worth P20,000 and P10,000 for their partner stores for the NCR cluster are: Alejandro Lopez Jr. (partner store: ARC Auto Parts). Josephine Caido (partner store: Quirino Auto Supply), and Alfredo C. Austria (partner store: Duereco Auto Supply). 

The major winners from the Region 1 cluster are: Roderick de Guzman (partner store: E&E Auto Supply), Lorenzo Laurente (partner store: Redman Trading), and Francisco Mabborang (partner store: RCB Hardware).

The major winners for the Region 4 cluster are: Flores B. Calibuso (partner store: New Cavite Auto Supply), Richard Oro Wite (partner store: JS Rivera T&G), and Erwin C. Abregunda (partner store: Red Star Auto Supply). 

These and all the rest of the winners will be contacted by Shell Philippines through email or SMS, to let them know how they can claim their prizes.

Spring Films Treats Moviegoers on its 10th Anniversary

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Successfully carving a niche market into the Philippine cinema landscape, Spring Films will celebrate its 10th Anniversary with a two-day film showing event on January 28 and 29 at the Cine Adarna of the University of the Philippines - Diliman Campus!

Entitled "10 Years of Spring Films", the event reflects both the springing and spawning of movies that made unlikely on screen pairings and unlikely discussed themes become major story concepts and storylines. This envisioned by Spring Films who certainly helped to revolutionize movie-making with much Millennium flavour!

On January 28 Monday, the film-showing starts at 2:00 pm with the cute melodrama "Relaks, It’s Just Pag-Ibig" starring Inigo Pascual and Sofia Andres. At 4:00 pm, we will meet up with the story of the acclaimed "Meet Me at St. Gallen" starring Carlo Aquino and Bela Padilla. In the interim is a 'Filmmakers’ Night' where Spring Films will present the upcoming movies and directors. A wonderful treat with a media launch spirit for all sorts of media like bloggers, influencers, students and film enthusiasts. At 7:00 pm is the special commercial cut premiere of the movie "Kuya Wes", Spring Films’ official entry into the 2108 Cinemalaya Film Festival.

On January 29 Tuesday at 2:00 pm will be the wonderful blockbuster "Kimmy Dora" starring the comedy empress Eugene Domingo, the production company’s first movie that soared Spring Films to prominence. This film will be shown in reel film form, for the audience to experience the exclusivity and true grandiosity film reel versions offer, when this new generation is getting used to streaming and digital viewing. At 4:00 pm will be Spring Films' Highest-Grossing romance movie "Kita Kita" that stapled the unpredictable chemistry between Alessandra da Rossi and Empoy Marquez. An open discussion with the Filmmakers will be conducted at 6:00 pm for the moviegoers. Not to be mistaken as a usual conference, this will be a very lively tete-a-tete, giving the audience a great chance to speak with the producers, directors and yes actors! Attendees are Director Sigrid Bernardo (Kita Kita), actor Empoy Marquez (Kita Kita), Director James Mayo (Kuya Wes) to name a few. KZ Tandingan, who interpreted the Official Theme Song of Kita Kita titled "Two Less Lonely People" will also be present. Capping the event at 7:00 pm is again the not-to-be-missed special commercial cut of Kuya Wes.

This two day special event offering of Spring Films is priced at only P100 per old film, while Kuya Wes Commercial Cut screenings with its Filmmakers' Night Access and Open Discussion will be P200. An All Acess Pass for 2 Days will also be available at P300 limited slots only.